A leaking irrigation pipe forced the City of Twin Falls to shut down the intersection of Maurice Street and Seventh Avenue East on Monday, blocking traffic while repair crews work to fix the underground failure.
The city closed the intersection after the pipe leak was discovered, with crews dispatched to address the damage. No timeline for reopening has been announced — city officials say the intersection will remain closed until repairs are finished and the roadway is confirmed safe for travel.
Residents and commuters in the area are urged to avoid the intersection entirely and plan alternate routes. Drivers who must travel nearby are asked to slow down, leave extra time, and obey all posted traffic control signs around the work zone.
Infrastructure closures due to aging or damaged irrigation infrastructure have become a recurring challenge across Magic Valley communities. Twin Falls has seen a string of road-related disruptions in recent months, including physical barrier installations on Washington Street to address dangerous turning patterns and ongoing sewer odor complaints tied to infrastructure maintenance citywide.
The city has not released details on the cause of the pipe leak or the estimated cost of repairs. Updates on the reopening are expected once crews complete their work and inspect the roadway.
What Comes Next: Repair crews will continue working at the Maurice Street and Seventh Avenue East intersection until the irrigation pipe is fixed and the road surface is deemed safe. The city is expected to announce when the intersection will reopen. Drivers should continue to monitor local traffic advisories and allow additional travel time until further notice.